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The Highway Code suggests cyclists should wear approved cycle helmets, but there is no UK law compelling riders to wear them.
This is the case with most countries and territories in the World, with the notable exceptions of Australia and New Zealand.
However, this doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t wear a helmet!
“Bum in the clouds. Face on the floor” is one rather exaggerated description of the sort of position aggressive frame geometry throws your body into. Aggressive geometry bikes have short headtubes and steep frame angles. The former put the rider into a more aerodynamic position (lower head and flatter back) whilst the latter create a…
The groupset (sometimes referred to as its “gruppo”) is the collection of all the parts involved in braking, shifting gears, and transferring power from the pedals to the rear wheel (the drivetrain). These components include: Gear/brake levers Brake calipers Front and rear derailleurs Chainset Bottom bracket Chain Cassette The groupset market is dominated by 3…
Counter-intuitive though it is, the answer is almost always: No! At least this is the case on any surface where the tyre can make impression. Unlike car tyres, the rounded profile of a bike tyre makes it almost impossible to hydroplane at cycling speeds. This means that the presence of a tread pattern can actually…
Most people don’t realize that it takes more than just riding to be a good cyclist. While putting in time on the bike is crucial, there are a few other things you can do to improve your skills. Your time in the saddle is what you should focus on, but you can do even more…
